Improving Mental Wellness - Dr Malcolm Stewart, Clinical Psychologist, is the President of the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists and runs Thrive Psychology in Auckland. We talk about clinical psychology, mental wellness, and stress
I talk with Corinda Taylor of the Life Matters Suicide Prevention Trust. Do you know how to respond if someone you know is suicidal? We also explore some myths about suicide. Suicide is something we all need to be aware of and talk about in the open.
The Power of Thoughts and Mindfulness Our self talk affects how we feel. Dr Kumari Valentine talks about the layers of thinking and how "just thinking more positively" is not the solution! Mindfulness may be a better solution, which is associated with tremendous benefits.
Nutrition and Mental Health - Professor Julia Rucklidge, Clinical Psychologist and Director of the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Group, University of Canterbury. Julia's Ted x talk has almost 7K views which highlights just how much interest there is in this important area. Julia talks about the research underpinning how important it is that we start paying attention to the food that we eat.
Nutrition and Mental Health - Pregnancy and Maternal Health Hayley Bradley is doing her PhD with the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Group at the University of Canterbury. We talk about her PhD study and the vital role that nutrients can play in mental health.
Skye Macfarlane, Training and Education Manager, Artemis. Talking about Medical herbalism and plant based medicine as well as making conscious, kind choices
The Human Microbiome - Dr Xochitl Morgan, Senior Lecturer, University of Otago, Department of Immunology and Microbiology. We talk about what the human microbioeme is, why gut health matters and is interesting and what epigenetics means.
The Microbiome - Dr Victoria Metcalf, Scientist, Office of the Prime Minister's Chief Science Advisor, talking about bad bugs, fecal transplants, vaginal seeding, and the wonder of the eco-system within and inside us.
Mood and Food - Tamlin Conner - Senior Lecturer - Dept of Psychology
Josephine Greer - Dietitian, Nutrition and LIfe
Gut Health - Alison Ramsey - Authenticity Coach and Nutritional Ninja
Paul Smith, Director of Artsenta in Dunedin.We talk about the wonderful things Artenta does, supporting community and creativity. We discuss some of the barriers that get in the way of creativity.
Creative Work - Delighted to have our very own station manager, drummer, and all around fabulous connector - Lesley Paris
Creative Cooking - Adam Doesburg, Resident Chef-Educator, Otago Farmers Market
Creativity for Wellness - Kathryn Whiteread, Clinical Psychologist and Artist
Creativity for Wellness - Darryl Baser, Musician, Journalist, Dad sings and talks about the creative process. May is NZ Music Month. Tune in to listen to our own home grown talent!
Focussed Attention, Wild Wisdom, and Mindfulness in NZ - Sam O'Sullivan is a trained clinical psychologist who is travelling through NZ teaching mindfulness and documenting how men use focussed attention and a connection with nature to deal with stress and difficulties.
Taking Environmental Action - Matthew Schep, Students for Environmental Action
Associate Professor Lisa Ellis, University of Otago, Philosophy, Politics, & Economics Programme
Ecoliving In Action - Maureen Howard embodies the Conscious Adventurer